Police Dog Heroes


Book Description

Explains the history of the K-9 unit and the training methods used to transform an ordinary dog into a canine hero.




Police Dog Heroes


Book Description

Layton and Rogerson trace the history of Britain's first police dog unit.




Dog Heroes


Book Description

Collects stories and full-color photographs of dogs who have performed heroic actions to save the lives of humans, and describes dogs that have rescued drowning sailors, saved a family from a fire, and more.




Dog Heroes


Book Description

Swansea Jack, the Labrador who saved more than 25 people from drowning. Maya, the pit bull who defended her owner from a brutal attack. Max, the police German shepherd who chased and caught two convicted criminals. These are just a few of the incredible canine characters whose true stories are recounted in this inspiring collection of dog tales. Hounds from all walks of life are united within these pages. Heart-melting, dramatic and often deeply moving, Dog Heroes champions the often underestimated role of man's best friend.




Dog Heroes


Book Description

Swansea Jack, the Labrador who saved more than 25 people from drowning. Maya, the pit bull who defended her owner from a brutal attack. Max, the police German shepherd who chased and caught two convicted criminals. Connie, the Newfoundland who cares for her disabled owner. These are just a few of the incredible canine characters whose true stories are recounted in this inspiring collection of dog tales. Hounds from all walks of life are united within these pages in the search for the world's most devoted dogs. Heart-melting, dramatic, and often deeply moving, Dog Heroes champions the often underestimated role of man's best friend and gives a unique insight into the lives of both working dogs and personal companions. Each loyal dog has its own story to tell and each owner or handler has individual reasons for loving them, but these dogs have one thing in common: they are all truly dog heroes. Perfect for lovers of Marley & Me, From Baghdad with Love, and Walking Ollie.




K-9 Police Dogs


Book Description

Chasing criminals and sniffing out bombs is all in a dayÕs work for these four-legged crime fighters. Learn what it takes to be a K-9 police dog.




Fire Dog Heroes


Book Description

Explains the history of the arson K-9 team and the training methods used to transform an ordinary dog into a canine hero.




Service Dog Heroes


Book Description

"The text opens with a true story of a service dog, and then it explains the history of service dogs and the training methods used to transform an ordinary dog into a canine hero"--Provided by publisher.




Police Dogs


Book Description

Discusses the use of dogs in law enforcement, the breeds suitable for such work, and the methods of training.




Police Dogs


Book Description

The presence of a police dog is often enough to discourage a criminal from fleeing. Police dogs are faster than their human handlers, and they are trained to use just enough force to detain troublemakers. See how K-9 units work together to fight crime in this informative title for young readers.